Prevent Bikini Bumps & Ingrown Hairs

May 15, 2006

How can I prevent ingrown hairs from cropping up on my bikini line?

Before you defuzz, exfoliate the area with a loofah or scrub to release trapped hairs, says Rene Andersen, owner of Lulur Day Spa in L.A. Post-shaving or waxing, dab on a treatment that contains salicylic or glycolic acid.

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